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New to Canadian junior football? Here is your beginners guide to the CJFL.

Nicolas TazzeoMar 31, 2026

Your go-to 2026 guide for all info, history, and current goings on in the wonderful Canadian Junior Football League.

17 Canada West Players Named to 2026 CFL Combine Roster

Rhoda AjayiMar 20, 2026

Canada West names 17 athletes to the 2026 CFL National combine.

Trinity Western tops UBC, Alberta defeats Montréal at women's volleyball nationals

Jeffrey KennettMar 14, 2026

Spartans protect home court in Langley while the top seeded Pandas avoid being upset by Carbins two years straight

Sherbrooke advances in five sets as Brock sweeps Saint Mary’s

Jeffrey KennettMar 14, 2026

LANGLEY, BC — Vert & Or fend off TRU; Badgers dominate Huskies to move within one win of the national championship final.

Five seconds left, one torn knee, and a comeback Esther Allison refused to abandon

Jeffrey KennettMar 11, 2026

UFV senior wins Canada West’s Courage Overcoming Adversity Award after returning from devastating injury

Ravens outlast Gaiters and claim 18th national title

Maggie HsuMar 9, 2026

Aubrey Dorey-Havens put together a career night to help Carleton bring home their 18th national banner.

Saskatchewan survives UNB rally to claim back-to-back U SPORTS women’s basketball titles

Jeffrey KennettMar 9, 2026

Reider, Wiebe lead Huskies past Reds 77-68, closing a historic 30-1 season and cementing Grassick’s legacy among Final 8 greats

Bishop’s vs. Carleton: Gaiters seek breakthrough against Canada’s modern dynasty

Jeffrey KennettMar 8, 2026

Thirty years later, Bishop’s is back on the brink of a title; Carleton looks to cement status as dynasty

History Awaits: Reds face Huskies for U SPORTS title

Maggie HsuMar 8, 2026

With history on the line, the UNB Reds and Saskatchewan Huskies play the final game of the 2025-26 Women's basketball season.

Ravens get revenge, Gaiters solve defending champions

Jeffrey KennettMar 8, 2026

Carleton erases OUA heartbreak in battle of Ontario; persistence pays off for Bishop’s in semifinal upset

Reds hold off late rally, Huskies grind out win to set up championship final

Maggie HsuMar 8, 2026

Saturday's semifinal matches at the U SPORTS Women's Final 8 saw the UNB Reds and Saskatchewan Huskies come out victorious.

TMU's monumental comeback leads men's Final 8 quarterfinal highlights

Maggie HsuMar 7, 2026

Bold pull off massive comeback, Ravens outlast Rouge et Or, Vikes down Dinos, and Gaiters make a statement.

Vikes hold steady against Dinos’ late surge to reach semifinals

Maggie HsuMar 7, 2026

The defending national champions Victoria Vikes down the Calgary Dinos to advance to the 2026 U SPORTS Men's Final 8.

TMU storms back to stun UBC in nationals quarterfinal

Jeffrey KennettMar 6, 2026

Rhooms scores 24; Toth explodes late as Bold erase 20 point deficit against T-birds

One Year Later: Dinos open Final 8 with 2025 Championship rematch

Maggie HsuMar 6, 2026

Calgary Dinos look to capture gold at U SPORTS Final 8 hosted on home court.

Laval rally highlights quarterfinal action at Final 8

Jeffrey KennettMar 6, 2026

Rouge et Or stun top-seeded TMU as UNB, Saskatchewan and Calgary also advance

Defending champion Huskies roll past Thunderbirds

Jeffrey KennettMar 6, 2026

Gage Grassick scores 25; Huskies hold UBC at bay in 71-55 quarterfinal victory

Fourth-quarter surge sends Dinos past McGill and into semifinal

Maggie HsuMar 5, 2026

The Calgary Dinos endured a defensive showcase by the McGill Martlets to advance to Saturday's semi-final against the UNB Reds.

In her first season, Besselink guides Dinos back to Final 8

Maggie HsuMar 5, 2026

In her first season at the helm, Sarah Besselink has guided Calgary through midyear adversity back to the national stage

From role player to Player of the Year, Boag leads Victoria back to Nationals

Jeffrey KennettMar 4, 2026

Vikes prepare for fifth straight Final 8 appearance as Victoria opens against host Calgary

Thunderbirds meet OUA champion TMU in Final 8 opener

Jeffrey KennettMar 4, 2026

UBC seeks breakthrough against Aaron Rhoomes and the Bold in quarterfinal matchup

Final 8 Preview: Can Laval close the gap against Carleton?

Jeffrey KennettMar 3, 2026

Carleton's defensive spine squares off with Christophe Tshibola on day one of Final 8

Best in the West: Calgary Dinos capture first Canada West title in 25 years

Maggie HsuMar 3, 2026

For the first time since 2001, the Calgary Dinos women's basketball team are the Canada West champions.

TMU Bold defence and distributing wins Critelli Cup

Jacob SmithFeb 28, 2026

Victoria claims 19th banner, Robinson Powers Vikes Past UBC

Jeffrey KennettFeb 28, 2026

Canada West still runs through Victoria — Vikes ride first quarter surge, Renoldo's 34 points to fourth title in five years

We are not going to see another Madalyn Weinert

Jacob SmithFeb 27, 2026

Tale of the Tape: Familiar foes, unfinished business

Jeffrey KennettFeb 26, 2026

Canada West championship set for another chapter of pacific rivalry spanning decades.

Canada West semifinals send Victoria, UBC to championship

Jeffrey KennettFeb 23, 2026

Gordo’s 21 and 12 aren’t enough as UBC erases 16-point hole; Vikes lead wire-to-wire behind Boag and James to earn home court

Top-Seeded Gaels Begin Playoff Push Against York

Ryan O’ConnorFeb 20, 2026

Canada West semifinals set for clash of styles

Jeffrey KennettFeb 20, 2026

High-scoring Victoria and UBC meet defensive-minded Alberta and Winnipeg with a trip to the title game on the line.

Preparation Meets Opportunity in Whalen’s Senior Year

Ryan O’ConnorFeb 12, 2026

Same Process, Higher Stakes: UFV Opens Playoffs Focused on Regina

Jeffrey KennettFeb 12, 2026

With the Canada West playoffs looming, the UFV Cascades are leaning on discipline and routine

Undefeated Queen’s Prepares for Clash With TMU

Ryan O’ConnorJan 29, 2026

Eyes on March: Western’s Historic Start Sets Stage for 2026 Run

Ryan O’ConnorJan 8, 2026

Last time on OUA women's basketball

Jacob SmithJan 6, 2026

The Western job: a pressure cooker like no other in U SPORTS

Nicolas TazzeoDec 19, 2025

To be the head football coach at Western University is no small task. How should the position be looked at now that it is open?

Carabins defeat Huskies to win second Vanier Cup in three years

Geono AloisioNov 23, 2025

The Montreal Carabins win the 60th Vanier Cup in Regina on Nov. 22 after defeating the Saskatchewan Huskies 30-16

Strength in Numbers: Inside the Depth Fueling Queen’s 9-0 Start

Ryan O’ConnorNov 22, 2025

Huskies and Carabins set to battle for 60th Vanier Cup in Regina

Geono AloisioNov 20, 2025

The 60th Vanier Cup is right around the corner. Find out everything you need to know before the big game gets underway!

Lia Barbieri the heartbeat of the Varsity Blues

Jacob SmithNov 19, 2025

Queen's best season in 16 years comes to end in Mitchell Bowl loss

Ryan O’ConnorNov 16, 2025

Allie McCarthy stepping into the centre of the Gee-Gees play

Jacob SmithNov 13, 2025

What worked for Nipissing in Waterloo

Jacob SmithNov 10, 2025

Saskatchewan stuns Regina with fourth-quarter comeback to win 88th Hardy Cup 

Geono AloisioNov 9, 2025

The Saskatchewan Huskies defeat the Regina Rams 25-24 with a fourt-quarter comeback to win the 88th Hardy Cup

Queen's captures first Yates Cup since 2009

Ryan O’ConnorNov 8, 2025

88th BioSteel Hardy Cup Preview

Rhoda AjayiNov 8, 2025

The Saskatchewan Huskies and the Regina Rams go head-to-head in the 88th BioSteel Hardy Cup.

Can new talent spark a playoff return? Winnipeg Wesmen women's basketball 2025-26 season preview

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

Learn what the Winnipeg Wesmen women's basketball team has in store for the 2025-26 season

A balance of youth and veterans leads Wesmen in chase of conference title: Winnipeg men's basketball season preview

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

Find out everything you need about the 2025-26 Winnipeg Wesmen's season

Time to turn the tides: MacEwan women's basketball 2025-26 season preview

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

What is in store for the 2025-26 MacEwan Griffins women's basketball team?

New coach, new beginnings? MacEwan Griffins men's basketball 2025-26 season preview

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

Will the Griffins improve on their 2-18 record under a new head coach? And will the new additions be enough to turn the tide?

Young talent takes center stage: UNBC Timberwolves women's basketball season preview

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

Find out everything you need to know about the UNBC women's basketball season

Can the Timberwolves make a push for the playoffs?: UNBC men's basketball season preview

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

Find out everything you need to know about the 2025-26 UNBC men's basketball season

Wiebe makes history, Huskies lock up first-place in 31-12 win over Bisons

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

Daniel Wiebe sets two new Huskies records, and Saskatchewan secure home-field advantage for the entire Canada West playoffs

Huskies defeat TBirds 26-7 to advance to sixth Hardy Cup in eight years

Geono AloisioNov 8, 2025

The Huskies are going back to the Hardy Cup thanks to a dominant performance against the UBC Thunder Birds

Award-winning, record-breaking, 2025 Golden Hawks in the Yates Cup for second year in a row

Nicolas TazzeoNov 7, 2025

The 2025 Laurier Golden Hawks find themselves back in Ontario's biggest game for the second year in a row with a new opponent.

The effectiveness of an efficient midrange, Myriam Kone

Jacob SmithNov 6, 2025

The Gaels depth is intimidating coming off a big weekend

Jacob SmithNov 4, 2025

Trick or Treat: Cascades and Spartans clash over Halloween weekend

Jeffrey KennettNov 4, 2025

Halloween is over, but who gets a trick, and who gets a treat? Week 2's grades are in.

Gaels rally past Windsor to punch their ticket to the Yates Cup

Ryan O’ConnorNov 2, 2025

Concordia prevails late and clinches postseason berth with victory against cross-town rival McGill

Matt PiscinaOct 30, 2025

Instincts takeover; Taryn Gauthier applies her knowledge to the Lakers play

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

Armed for a deep playoff run, is this the year the Golden Bears break through?

Geono AloisioOct 24, 2025

Can the Golden Bears break through and contend for a national championship? Find out what they have in store for the new year

Thunderbirds need to lean on veterans to set example

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

2025 Voyageurs vision: embrace the guard?

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

From division winners to title chasers? Lancers womens basketball looks to improve on big season

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

Returning trio eyes historic Lakers season

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

Ridgebacks enter 2025 trying to establish identity

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

Can the 2025 Ravens retool and resume their reign?

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

Player of the Year candidates for OUA women's basketball

Jacob SmithOct 24, 2025

New coach, new expectations: Golden Bears 2025-26 MBB season preview

Geono AloisioOct 24, 2025

Can the Alberta Golden Bears men's team take the next step and get back to contending for a conference championship?

Laurier hands Western biggest loss in program history

Ryan O’ConnorOct 24, 2025

Alberta narrows their playoff chances after tight loss to Regina: Week 9 Recap

Rhoda AjayiOct 24, 2025

The Bears further narrow their playoff chances after a seething and close loss to the Rams in Week 9.

Dinos, Golden Bears face off in Battle of Alberta for final playoff spot: Week 10 preview

Geono AloisioOct 24, 2025

The final week of the Canada West season is upon us! And it could not end any better than with a provincial rivalry

Shorthanded Huskies squash UBC's playoff hopes; take 24-10 decision

Jeffrey KennettOct 24, 2025

UBC's playoff hopes take another hit after second loss to Huskies this season

First-place on the line as Huskies host Bisons in regular season finale

Geono AloisioOct 24, 2025

The final week of regular season action in Canada West is upon us. Who has the edge between the Huskies and the Bisons?

OB Top 15 — Week 10

OB Football StaffOct 23, 2025

Dinos men’s basketball 2026 preview: From culture to competition, who leads the way?

Maggie HsuOct 17, 2025

With just six players returning to the program, how will they prepare as the hosts of the 2026 National Finals?

Huskies aim for fourth consecutive victory, face struggling Thunderbirds: Week 7 preview

Geono AloisioOct 17, 2025

Huskies go for their fourth straight win as they roll into Vancouver for a matchup with UBC. Playoff implications are on the line

Golden Bears hope to keep playoff hopes alive with a win against Rams: Week 7 preview

Geono AloisioOct 17, 2025

Regina hopes to keep pace with the Huskies for first in the conference, while Alberta tries to stay in the playoff race

OB Top 15 — Week 9

OB Football StaffOct 17, 2025

The best games left on the U SPORTS calendar

Scott HutterOct 15, 2025

OUA Playoff Scenarios - Week 8

Bryden O'FlahertyOct 10, 2025

New coach for Lakehead adds intrigue to shifting season

Jacob SmithOct 9, 2025

Christopher Rao starts chapter as new Lakehead women's basketball head coach

Jacob SmithOct 9, 2025

OB Top 15 — Week 8

OB Football StaffOct 7, 2025

Week 7 Preview: Alberta aims to keep momentum against Saskatchewan

Rhoda AjayiOct 7, 2025

Alberta goes head to head in a second clash with the Huskies after a sweeping win against UBC last week.

Rematch in Regina: Dinos look to push charging Rams to the limit again

Maggie HsuOct 7, 2025

It's a rematch of the season opener as the Rams welcome the Dinos.

Big three lead Queen’s past Guelph in gritty 27–17 victory

Ryan O’ConnorOct 7, 2025

Huskies take down Golden Bears 31-24 on Football Day in Saskatoon

Geono AloisioOct 7, 2025

Huskies come up big to win their fifth game of the season on Football Day in Saskatoon

Showtime: Five of the most entertaining players to watch so far in Ontario in 2025

Nicolas TazzeoOct 5, 2025

As we cross the midway point of the 2025 U SPORTS football season, here are five of the most entertaining players to watch so far.

McKibbon enters seventh season shaping Mustangs with Olympic lessons in back pocket

Ryan O’ConnorOct 2, 2025

Huskies spoil Dinos' anniversary celebration; extend win streak to four

Maggie HsuOct 2, 2025

The Huskies came into Calgary as one of the top 10 programs in the nation and they showed why with a decisive 45-22 win.

Battle for Pedro: Gee-Gees eye seventh consecutive Panda Game win against Carleton

Eric DissanayakeOct 2, 2025

Ottawa vs. Carleton: the biggest rivalry in university sport takes centre stage on Sunday

Dolby’s dominance puts Western’s running back legacy back in the spotlight

Ryan O’ConnorOct 1, 2025

Mustangs stampede Marauders 52-22 to stay unbeaten

Ryan O’ConnorSep 30, 2025

Falconi hat trick leads Queen’s to 57–5 rout of York

Ryan O’ConnorSep 30, 2025

Undefeated Golden Hawks blow out Varsity Blues in homecoming offensive explosion

Nicolas TazzeoSep 30, 2025

The 6-0 Golden Hawks continue their undefeated spell with an awe-inspiring 59-21 blowout over Toronto.

Alberta defeats UBC 38-18 to secure first win of 2025 

Geono AloisioSep 30, 2025

The Golden Bears capture their first win of the 2025 and take down the #11 ranked UBC Thunderbirds 38-18

OB Top 15 — Week 7

OB Football StaffSep 28, 2025

Golden Bears stumble in hard loss to Bisons: Week 5 recap

Rhoda AjayiSep 26, 2025

Alberta is still left searching for a win after a steep 7-31 loss to Manitoba in Week 5.

High-flying Huskies face young Dinos in Calgary: Week 6 preview

Geono AloisioSep 26, 2025

Can Saskatchewan improve to 4-1 or will a young Calgary squad disrupt the Canada West hierarchy?

Golden Bears host Thunderbirds as Bone faces old team in search of first win

Rhoda AjayiSep 26, 2025

Alberta faces of against their new head coach's previous team in the Week 6 matchup against the T-Birds.

Undefeated homecoming-bound Golden Hawks face off against Varsity Blues at home

Nicolas TazzeoSep 26, 2025

1-4 Varsity Blues hope to earn the statement victory of the year against the homecoming-bound 5-0 Laurier Golden Hawks.

Playoff mode: "UBC is back up" after win over Calgary

Jeffrey KennettSep 24, 2025

In a high stakes defensive battle for the ages, UBC scrapes past Dinos 23-22 in homecoming matchup

Rams fall short in Hardy Cup rematch with Huskies

Rhoda AjayiSep 22, 2025

In a late game surge, Huskies come back over Rams to break their winning streak.

Marauders earn first win of 2025 season with 25–15 homecoming victory over Guelph

Nicolas TazzeoSep 22, 2025

Mac earns their first football win in 2025 over the visiting Guelph Gryphons in a homecoming game to remember

OB Top 15 — Week 6

OB Football StaffSep 21, 2025

Golden Bears seek first win of the season against resurgent Bisons

Geono AloisioSep 20, 2025

Chisari’s three-touchdown day powers Queen’s past Waterloo

Ryan O’ConnorSep 20, 2025

Golden Hawks hold off Gee-Gees’ late push to stay undefeated

Andrew WilimekSep 20, 2025

Marauders seek first win of the season in homecoming clash with Gryphons

Nicolas TazzeoSep 20, 2025

In their homecoming game, the 0-3 McMaster Marauders host the 1-3 Guelph Gryphons as both teams try to fix rapidly sinking seasons

Homecoming: Can UBC flip its season against surging Dinos?

Maggie HsuSep 20, 2025

The Thunderbirds swept last year’s series, but face a very different Calgary backfield tonight.

As U SPORTS updates its eligibility rules, the NCAA comparison still looms large

Rhoda AjayiSep 20, 2025

U SPORTS recently updated their eligibility rules —but they're still worlds apart from the NCAA in pay, culture, and visibility.

First place in Canada West on the line as Rams visit Huskies

Geono AloisioSep 18, 2025

Five years, one Mustang left standing: Matteo Zagar embraces the challenge

Ryan O’ConnorSep 17, 2025

Leah Tate’s unlikely path from Grade 12 rookie to U SPORTS starter

Jacob SmithSep 15, 2025

Lancers roll past winless Marauders for first victory of 2025

Nicolas TazzeoSep 15, 2025

Windsor gets their first win of 2025 over a burdened McMaster Marauders team at the midway point of the season.

Wither flirts with perfection; leads Golden Hawks to a 41-19 victory in Battle of Waterloo

Nicolas TazzeoSep 15, 2025

The Golden Hawks stay perfect as they defeat a pesky Waterloo Warriors side 41-19 in the 2025 Battle of Waterloo.

OB Top 15 — Week 5

OB Football StaffSep 14, 2025

Queen’s defence nab five interceptions in blowout win over Toronto

Ryan O’ConnorSep 14, 2025

Manitoba stuns Saskatchewan with comeback for first win of 2025

Geono AloisioSep 14, 2025

Rams stake claim to Canada West; Thunderbirds falter in home loss

Jeffrey KennettSep 13, 2025

Regina improves to 3-0 while UBC falls to 1-2

Gee-Gees defence strangles Guelph en route to road win

Andrew WilimekSep 13, 2025

Calgary scores late, holds off Golden Bears to win Battle of Alberta 

Geono AloisioSep 13, 2025

3-0 Golden Hawks look to retain perfect record in the Battle of Waterloo against 1-2 Warriors

Nicolas TazzeoSep 13, 2025

Laurier hopes to continue its 2025 season with a perfect record; however, the 1-2 Waterloo Warriors stand firmly in its way.

Gee-Gees, Gryphons set for measuring stick matchup in Guelph

Andrew WilimekSep 12, 2025

Undefeated Huskies take on winless Bisons in Winnipeg: Week 4 preview

Geono AloisioSep 12, 2025

Alberta aims to snap losing skid against Calgary: Week 4 preview

Rhoda AjayiSep 12, 2025

The Bears hope to break their 0-2 record against the Dinos at home this Friday night.

Marauders, Lancers both eye first victory in Week 4 matchup

Nicolas TazzeoSep 12, 2025

McMaster travels to Windsor to face the Lancers on Saturday, September 13, as both programs look for their first win in 2025.

It's officially the Pépé-era at quarterback for the Montréal Carabins

Mike StillSep 10, 2025

The Montreal Carabins have found their next great pivot, and he comes from the same CEGEP program that Jonathan Senecal did.

OB Top 15 — Week 4

OB Football StaffSep 8, 2025

Dolby's three touchdowns help Mustangs handle Gee-Gees with ease

Ryan O’ConnorSep 7, 2025

Golden Hawks defeat the Gaels 47-32 in dominant fashion on the road

Nicolas TazzeoSep 7, 2025

The Golden Hawks come out of Kingston with a very meaningful win to stay atop the OUA hierarchy.

Concordia rallies late to claim wild victory against inner-city rival McGill

Matt PiscinaSep 6, 2025

Reigning OUA MVP Aaron Rhooms returns to TMU for a fifth season

Bradley PeartSep 6, 2025

Rams dominate Golden Bears in home opener

Rhoda AjayiSep 6, 2025

The defending Hardy Cup champions stretched the Alberta's roster to the limit during their season home opener.

Dinos stun Bisons in third-quarter resurgence to end home drought

Maggie HsuSep 6, 2025

Calgary’s young roster stole the spotlight as the Dinos rallied in the third to defeat the Bisons for their first win of 2025.

Huskies improve to 2-0 in blowout homecoming win over the Thunderbirds

Geono AloisioSep 6, 2025

Saskatchewan

Gee-Gees face steep test as heavy underdogs at Western

Andrew WilimekSep 5, 2025

Bisons and Dinos set to clash for first win of season

Maggie HsuSep 5, 2025

With both teams holding a 0-1 record following very different week 1 starts, it will be a battle at McMahon to get that W.

High-flying Golden Hawks travel up to Kingston for Week 3 showdown against Gaels

Nicolas TazzeoSep 5, 2025

The 2-0 Laurier Golden Hawks hope to make it three wins in a row against a very talented team in Tricolours on Friday night.

Undefeated Thunderbirds and Huskies ready to clash in Saskatoon: Week 2 preview

Geono AloisioSep 4, 2025

Two Hardy Cup favourites meet on the prairies for an early-season test. Who will come out on top and improve to 2-0?

Golden Bears look to avoid 0-2 start, Rams try to stay undefeated: Week 2 preview

Geono AloisioSep 3, 2025

Week 2 brings another exciting weekend of Canada West football. Who will come out on top in Regina's home opener against Alberta?

Under Brandon Edwards, the Voyageurs are building their way back to prominence

Ryan O’ConnorSep 2, 2025

Four cross conference games I want to see before I die

Scott HutterSep 2, 2025

New U SPORTS football stats system off to a bumpy start

Andrew WilimekSep 2, 2025

OB Top 15 — Week 3

OB Football StaffSep 1, 2025

Mustangs overpower Gryphons with explosive offence in 53-33 win

Ryan O’ConnorSep 1, 2025

Golden Hawks stay consistent and handle business in home-opener against Windsor

Nicolas TazzeoAug 31, 2025

The Laurier Golden Hawks extended their season record to 2-0 as they defeat the Windsor Lancers in an aggressive game in Waterloo.

Rouge et Or cruise to first victory of 2025 after offensive masterpiece against Redbirds

Matt PiscinaAug 31, 2025

Staying Sharp: The Justin Shibley story

Mike StillAug 31, 2025

Saint Mary's are 2-0 for the first time in six years, thanks in part to quarterback Justin Shibley, who shares his inspiring story

St. FX route Axemen on way to 1-0 start to 2025

Scott HutterAug 31, 2025

Ottawa rides strong defensive performance to commanding win over York

Eric DissanayakeAug 31, 2025

Gee-Gees sack

Queen’s bounces back with dominant road win against Marauders

Ryan O’ConnorAug 31, 2025

New-look Dinos push Rams to the limit in overtime loss

Maggie HsuAug 30, 2025

The Dinos show grit in their season opener, taking the Rams to OT before falling 43-36.

Huskies surge late, spoil Golden Bears' home opener

Geono AloisioAug 30, 2025

The Golden Bears came out swinging, but the Huskies led by Ryker Frank and Anton Amundrud steal the show in Edmonton

Week Two preview: Golden Hawks take on visiting Lancers in a home-opener under the lights

Nicolas TazzeoAug 29, 2025

The 1-0 Laurier Golden Hawks take on visiting Windsor on Saturday night in what could be a turning point for both teams in 2025.

Panic Button: Four OUA teams looking to avoid an 0-2 start this weekend

Scott HutterAug 29, 2025

Golden Bears ready for new chapter: 2025 U of A Season Preview

Geono AloisioAug 29, 2025

Big questions for Calgary: Previewing the Dinos’ 2025 football season

Maggie HsuAug 29, 2025

The Dinos enter the 2025 CanWest football season in the middle of a rebuild but one thing is clear: they will fight 'til the end.

Thunderbirds' quarterback duo lead team to raucous season opener win

Jeffrey KennettAug 29, 2025

UBC tops MAN 21-9 in season opener

Record-setting Barnett leads Varsity Blues past Ravens in season opener

Chase CarterAug 29, 2025

Ravens' fall in season opener to a record-setting performance by the Varsity Blues.

‘The guys bought into the vision of doing something different’: Darrell Adams on turning 'Year Zero' into 'Year One'

Andrew WilimekAug 29, 2025

Rams open Hardy Cup title defense against Dinos in Calgary

Rhoda AjayiAug 29, 2025

The Regina Rams open their 2025 season against the Calgary Dinos in Calgary, Alta. Know who to look for ahead of the opener.

Reliable and devoted: Riya Donnelly has found a home at Algoma

Jacob SmithAug 28, 2025

Gaiters take Week 1 dominance into early bye

Scott HutterAug 28, 2025

Week Two preview: McMaster and Queen’s battle for first win at Ron Joyce Stadium

Nicolas TazzeoAug 28, 2025

0-1 Queen's heads down to Hamilton to take on 0-1 McMaster in a crucial game for the OUA hierarchy on Saturday, Aug. 30.

From elementary school gyms to U SPORTS Final 8s, Smith and Hagman keep writing their story

Ryan O’ConnorAug 28, 2025

Feature story about Ally Smith and Amy Hagman of Queen's WBB, and their story of growing up together.

St. FX unveil new away jerseys ahead of their season opener in Wolfville

Scott HutterAug 28, 2025

Gee-Gees play host to York in first on-campus home opener since 2019

Andrew WilimekAug 28, 2025

Legends Row: U SPORTS football's winningest coaches in the Vanier era

Scott HutterAug 28, 2025

From Ohio to the OUA: Wither returns home to take the reins at Laurier

Nicolas TazzeoAug 28, 2025

Laurier QB, Callum Wither, is a methodical football player. Sitting down with OB, Wither discusses what makes him the player he is

Ready for redemption: 2025 Saskatchewan Huskies season preview

Geono AloisioAug 28, 2025

Week One preview: Golden Bears seek bounce-back against Huskies in season opener

Rhoda AjayiAug 26, 2025

Alberta opens the 2025 season at home against Saskatchewan this Friday. Here's what to expect during the season opener.

Rookie spotlight: Getting to know the 2025 Golden Bears freshman class

Rhoda AjayiAug 26, 2025

Get to know the new Golden Bears freshman class ahead of the 2025 season opener.

Golden Bears put faith in Bone to finish what 2023 team started

Geono AloisioAug 26, 2025

Golden Hawks escape with a thrilling 33-28 win over the Guelph Gryphons in season-opener

Nicolas TazzeoAug 24, 2025

Laurier escapes with a 33-28 win over Guelph in a suspenseful game under lights at Alumni Stadium.

From free to fee: What’s really new on OUA.TV?

Andrew WilimekAug 24, 2025

After a weekend of OUA.TV, it's finally not too early to judge the streaming service's new price tag. How did each broadcast do?

OB Top 15 — Week Two

OB Football StaffAug 24, 2025

York edges McMaster for first win over Marauders since 1997

Nicolas TazzeoAug 24, 2025

McMaster opens 2025 with a close loss to a revamped York squad in the Keagan Hall Bowl

Carabins rout Stingers 41-14 in season opener

Matt PiscinaAug 24, 2025

Gee-Gees open season with 27–12 road win over Waterloo

Andrew WilimekAug 24, 2025

Western holds on for 4OT win in instant classic at Queen's

Ryan O’ConnorAug 23, 2025

Dunsmore Cup to be renamed in honour of legendary coach Jacques Dussault

Andrew WilimekAug 23, 2025

Season Preview: Gee-Gees look to turn the corner after back-to-back .500 seasons

Eric DissanayakeAug 23, 2025

Can the Gee-Gees improve their fortunes in 2025, following back-to-back years of first-round exits?

Execution and efficiency: Sitting down with Laurier linebacker Jessie Wilkins-Flaricee

Nicolas TazzeoAug 22, 2025

Jessie Wilkins-Flaricee had a great 2024. However, he still employs the same hungry mentality even as the new season comes.

Five RSEQ Player of the Year candidates

Dylan MonicoAug 22, 2025

Two Laval standouts and Redbirds QB Eloa Latendresse-Regimbald top the shortlist for RSEQ Player of the Year entering 2025

Bisons enter Stan Pierre era with familiar roster: Season preview

Maggie HsuAug 22, 2025

The Bisons finished at the top of the CanWest last season after years of finishing in the middle. Can they build off this success?

'We're in a great place': How the CEBL U SPORTS Development program has advanced collegiate basketball in Canada

Maggie HsuAug 22, 2025

Over the past 7 years, the CEBL has built a stage for Canadian basketball fans to watch pro-level play on our side of the border.

‘We’ve felt like we’ve been a much better team than our record shows’: Janssen excited to elevate Gee-Gees offence in 2025

Andrew WilimekAug 22, 2025

The reins are finally Josh Janssen's — for good — in Ottawa. Does the 6'6" behemoth have more progression in him?

Moulded by the game: An interview with McMaster head coach Stefan Ptaszek

Nicolas TazzeoAug 22, 2025

McMaster Marauder head coach, Stefan Ptaszek, sits down with OB.SESSED to talk ahead of a much-anticipated 2025 football season.

Thunderbirds enter 2025 with vibes, confidence, semifinal heartbreak firmly in rearview

Jeffrey KennettAug 20, 2025

An inside look at Thunderbirds training camp including the revamped coaching staff, battle for QB1, and the strength on defence.

'How you do one thing affects everything': Icyogere’s path to the CEBL and back

Ryan O’ConnorAug 20, 2025

Player profile story on Nipissing's Alvin Icyogere. First ever CEBL draft pick in Nipissing's history.

Born and bred in maroon and white: 2025 McMaster football season preview

Nicolas TazzeoAug 19, 2025

The 2025 Marauders team is much different from the 2024 team. Here is how the roster will likely shape out for this year.

'Everyone elevates each other': Malik Williams, diverse Huskies offence primed for big 2025

Mike StillAug 19, 2025

A diverse Saint Mary's backfield, including senior running back Malik Williams, is primed for a big 2025.

‘We want to be the best program in this country,’ Flory declares as Huskies set 2025 sights high

Geono AloisioAug 19, 2025

Coming off a Hardy Cup loss to provincial rival Regina, can Saskatchewan return to the national stage in 2025?

It's pronounced 'Gaiters': Bishop's Gaiters season preview

Scott HutterAug 19, 2025

Will Bishop’s be able to defend their AUS crown in 2025, and if they do, what will their fate be in the national semi-final?

Golden Bears, reloaded: Senior returnees to keep an eye out for this season

Rhoda AjayiAug 19, 2025

The Golden Bears are welcoming back some of their most experienced players. See who to keep an eye out for this season.

All eyes on Ope Oshinubi as he takes command of the Golden Bears backfield

Rhoda AjayiAug 19, 2025

In an exclusive one-on-one Q&A with OB.SSESED, Ope Oshinubi reflects on what his final season with the Bears means to him.

Conference Clash: Which U SPORTS conference is the strongest?

Scott HutterAug 18, 2025

OB.SESSED's Scott Hutter breaks down the strength of each U SPORTS football conference.

Laurier’s depth, experience, and star power keep them among U SPORTS football’s elite entering 2025

Nicolas TazzeoAug 18, 2025

The 2024 Laurier Golden Hawks season was an epic, football-infused, and wild ride. Maintaining all of that is essential for 2025.

Four CJFL-U SPORTS football transfers to watch in 2025

Nicolas TazzeoAug 18, 2025

Lots of CJFL players make the U SPORTS jump. Here are five that we view as potentially impactful players in 2025.

Gaels ready to write the next chapter in their storied history

Ryan O’ConnorAug 14, 2025

Five burning RSEQ football questions entering 2025

Mike StillAug 14, 2025

Another thrilling season of RSEQ football is nearly here. Laval's quest for back to back titles and quarterbacks galore headline!

Hugo Boisvert leads Ontario Tech women's basketball into a new era

Jacob SmithAug 12, 2025

X marks the spot in Antigonish: X-Men season preview

Scott HutterAug 11, 2025

St. FX embraces return of Bussey; Fagnan, as sights set on returning to AUS glory

Breaking from their shells: Seven OUA players primed for a big year in 2025

Nicolas TazzeoAug 11, 2025

Every year brings new opportunities for players to break out like they never have. Here are seven breakout candidates in the OUA.

Inside the Ravens’ Nest: Coach Corey Grant talks identity, grit, and the road ahead

Chase CarterAug 11, 2025

Raven's Head Coach Grant aims to turn a playoff miss into motivation, returning leaders set to fuel a stronger 2025-26 season.

Inside the mind of Elijah Barnes

Andrew WilimekAug 11, 2025

The third-year ace Elijah Barnes lives and breathes gridiron, going as far as adding U SPORTS teams to College Football 25 & 26

OB Top 15 — Preseason Edition

OB Football StaffAug 10, 2025

Jason Soriano is back with something to prove

Jeffrey KennettAug 8, 2025

Passed over in the CFL draft, Soriano returns to the Thunderbirds for his fifth season with a chip on his shoulder

Crowning the best OUA women's basketball uniform

Jacob SmithAug 8, 2025

With 18 teams sporting home and away jerseys, there's lots of threads to choose from in OUA women's basketball. Who's is the best?

Culture comes first for incoming Dinos coach Sarah Besselink

Maggie HsuAug 8, 2025

With Sarah Besselink at the helm, the Dinos women’s basketball team begins a new chapter.

Given power to lead: Molly Adams ready to take the reins at Laurentian

Jacob SmithAug 8, 2025

No twin required: Patrick Cumberbatch ready to lead in Ottawa

Andrew WilimekAug 7, 2025

Patrick stands as the last Cumberbatch remaining on the Gee-Gees, with Eric drafted to the Redblacks. He says 2025 is his turn.

How Brooke Hussey went from late bloomer to OUA Rookie of the Year

Jacob SmithAug 6, 2025

Brooke Hussey didn't begin playing competitive basketball until Grade 10. Three years later, she became OUA Rookie of the Year.

Ontario's finest: Six candidates for the 2025 Larry Haylor Award

Nicolas TazzeoAug 6, 2025

As Taylor Elgersma, ventures off to the NFL, the door is open for a new Larry Haylor winner. Here are six candidates for 2025.

Cut from the soccer team, Matt Driver found purpose on the gridiron

Ryan O’ConnorAug 5, 2025

6'7" Matt Driver turned a cut from the Gaels soccer team into a punting role on the football team

'We're like a pack of wolves': RSEQ Defensive Player of the Year Mendel Joseph, Stingers ready for big 2025

Mike StillAug 5, 2025

In 2024, Montreal native Mendel Joseph became the first Concordia Stinger to win RSEQ DPOY in 13 years.

Six Canada West players primed for breakout seasons in 2025

Geono AloisioAug 5, 2025

Players like Ope Oshinubi and the twin duo of Luke and Jack Gutek seem primed to break out in 2025 — who else joins them?

Thunderbirds pry 'Canadian Cannon' Viotto from NCAA

Jeffrey KennettAug 1, 2025

Drew Viotto is back in Canada and after three years on the sidelines in D1 is motivated to be a top QB in U SPORTS

Fit check: Ranking all 11 OUA football home uniforms

Nicolas TazzeoJul 30, 2025

From Varsity Blue to the Tricolour, here are all OUA football uniforms ranked.

Best dressed in the west: Canada West football jersey tier list

Maggie HsuJul 29, 2025

Can the Thunderbirds follow up their mascot melee win with their uniforms being crowned the best in the conference?

Raptors to bring fall training camp to the University of Calgary

Maggie HsuJul 27, 2025

The Raptors will make the University of Calgary and Jack Simpson Gym their home in the last week of September.

Vanier or bust: Six programs looking to make the jump to a championship level in 2025

Scott HutterJul 25, 2025

As the Vanier Cup heads to Mosaic Stadium for the first time ever, which programs are championship or bust?

Sestanovic, Taylor, Stuart highlight key Marauder returnees

Nicolas TazzeoJul 24, 2025

A strong, veteran defence and a potential breakout season from a sophomore wideout offer hope for McMaster

Edmonton to host 2026 CFL Combine

Geono AloisioJul 24, 2025

For the second time in four years, Edmonton will host the CFL Draft Combine.

Mid-summer madness: Canada West mascot faceoff

Maggie HsuJul 22, 2025

The Battle of Alberta, mascot edition? A Thunderbird versus a Ram? We put CanWest's mascots to the test.

Top five contenders for 2025 Canada West Player of the Year

Geono AloisioJul 22, 2025

A dive into who the early favourites are ahead of the 2025 season for the 2025 Canada West Player of the Year

Mascot mayhem: Who wins the OUA if the teams were their actual mascots?

Chase CarterJul 21, 2025

What if OUA mascots replaced the players on the field? We ranked each football team based on their mascot’s real-life traits.

Old school grit, modern impact: The Blake Nill Story

Jeffrey KennettJul 20, 2025

The most old-school coach in Canada West reflects on his playing days and the courage that defined his coaching career

OUA announces 2025-2026 basketball schedules

Jacob SmithJul 15, 2025

The OUA has announced the regular season schedules for the 2025-2026 season.

Redemption: An interview with Laurier head coach Michael Faulds

Nicolas TazzeoJul 14, 2025

Laurier football head coach Michael Faulds sits down for an interview on the program's trajectory and his own journey up to now.

Rapid fire with Gaels quarterback Alex Vreeken

Ryan O’ConnorJul 14, 2025

Entering his fourth season starting for the Gaels, Alex Vreeken is bringing a veteran perspective to Queen's in 2025

A question for each OUA football program in 2025

Scott HutterJul 11, 2025

Get your popcorn ready: Game of the Week matchups to circle on the OUA calendar

Scott HutterJul 11, 2025

Queen's bid to end a 13-year losing streak against Western and a late-October Yates Cup rematch highlight 2025's OUA schedule

A question for each Canada West football program in 2025

Scott HutterJul 11, 2025

Coaching shuffles and retirements lead to the biggest questions for Canada West in 2025

Get your popcorn ready: Game of the Week matchups to circle on the Canada West calendar

Scott HutterJul 11, 2025

The battles of Saskatchewan and Alberta highlight 2025's marquee matchups

Rewinding the tapes of the rejected U SPORTS television deal, 10 years on

Andrew WilimekJul 11, 2025

What if the "Northern 8" interlock schedule and national television deal came to fruition in 2015?

U SPORTS football for dummies: A guide to the Canadian university landscape

Scott HutterJul 11, 2025

From 117-year-old trophies to wider hashes to the classic rouge, here's what makes U SPORTS football unique

Where’s the party at? The top 10 football atmospheres in the nation

Scott HutterJul 10, 2025

From the Stade Telus in Quebec City to Thunderbird Stadium in Vancouver, here's where Canadian university football lives

The usual suspects: Four candidates for the 2025 Hec Crighton

Scott HutterJul 10, 2025

With Taylor Elgersma out of the picture, the Hec is up for grabs

OUA introduces mobile app; reverts to paid streaming model for 2025-26

Andrew WilimekJun 27, 2025

The OUA is bringing back the paywall for OUA.tv and introducing a mobile app for 2025-26. Many fans aren't happy.

The rule that could save U SPORTS from gambling disaster

Bryden O'FlahertyJun 18, 2025

Gambling could grow U SPORTS, but only if insider info is controlled. One proven rule could protect the game.